Hearts And Flowers

Aptenia Cordifolia

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Overview

Aptenia cordifolia, commonly known as Hearts and Flowers, is a robust, mat-forming perennial with succulent heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, preferring full sun to part shade. This groundcover plant blooms profusely with small, vivid magenta flowers, each around 1 inch in diameter, creating a striking display. Quick to establish, it reaches 2-4 inches high and spreads up to 24 inches, requiring minimal water once established.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 9–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean

Hearts And Flowers (Aptenia Cordifolia) — commonly known as Hearts and Flowers

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Aizoaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean

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Photos (146)

Hearts And Flowers (Aptenia Cordifolia) — Regular watering will help establish a strong root system initially; this South African native is used, image 145

Hearts And Flowers (Aptenia Cordifolia) — the Hearts and Flowers can fare well with minimal care; ground cover / perennial / succulent with red, image 146

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